1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Life |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
